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What is K2/Spice?
K2 or "Spice" is a mixture of herbs and spices that is typically sprayed with a synthetic compound chemically similar to THC, the psychoactive ingredients in marijuana. The chemical compounds typically include HU-210,HU-211,JWH-018, and JWH-073. K2 is commonly purchased in head shops, tobacco shops, various retail outlets and over the internet. It is often marketed as incense or "fake weed". Purchasing over the internet can be dangerous because it is not ususlly known where the products come from or what amount of chemical is on the organic material.
What are common street names? Bliss, Black Mamba, Bombay Blue, Fake Weed, Genie, Spice, Zohai
What does it look like? K2 is typically sold in small, silvery plastic bags of dried leaves and marketed as incense that can be smoked.
What is its effect on the mind? Psychological effects are similar to those of marijuana and include paranoia, panic attacks, and giddiness.
What is its effect on the body? Physiological effects of K2 include increased heart rate and increased blood pressure. It appears to be stored in the body for long periods of time and therefore the long term effects on the human body are not fully known.
Which drugs cause similar effects? Marijuana
Resource: DEA
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